A Fort Atkinson man who was convicted of first-degree reckless homicide as a party to a crime after the death of a relative was sentenced to 8 years of imprisonment Monday, Aug. 30. Kenneth M. Strese was accused in 2019 as a party to the crime of recklessly causing the...
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COVID-19: $100 gift cards for first shot extended
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has extended the deadline for first-time COVID-19 vaccine recipients to receive a $100 gift card. Through Sunday, Sept. 19, residents who get their first dose of any COVID-19 vaccine can receive a $100 Visa Gift Card. Residents age 12 and over are eligible for...
Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management: September is Preparedness Month
Editor’s note: the following information has been shared by the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management. Preparing for disasters protects everyone you love, and ReadyWisconsin encourages people to take time during September to ensure they have the tools needed to respond to potential disasters and emergencies in their community. Gov. Tony...
Fort man charged with recklessly endangering safety after firing a gun in Milton
A Fort Atkinson man has been charged with one felony and three misdemeanor counts after allegedly firing a gun in Milton Friday. Nathan A. Baumeister, 25, has been charged with second degree recklessly endangering safety, a felony charge, and three misdemeanor charges including intentionally pointing a firearm at a person, operating...
Lake district: Shumaker keeps seat; $322,000 operating budget approved
By Kim McDarison Electors of the Rock-Koshkonong Lake District (RKLD) approved a $322,000 operating budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and elected incumbent commissioner Mike Shumaker to another term Saturday during the district’s annual meeting. The meeting, held at Race Track Park, Edgerton, was attended by just over 100 people. ...